| Acronym | Meaning |
| JPOC | JSC Payload Operations Center |
| TVSA | Thrust Vector Control Servoamplifier |
| PWBS | Program Work Breakdown Structure |
| FI | Formal Inspection |
| OTS | Orbiter Test Conductor |
| R | IMPMinimum Range To Avoid Plum Impingement |
| RSD | Requirements And Specifications Document |
| HAL/S | High Order Programming Language For Spacelab Usage |
| PDR | Program Director's Review |
| CV | Check Valve |